How to Tape Cropped Ears
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this guide is intended for educational purposes only and is based on the ear posting methods used at Meraki Great Danes. While these techniques have been successful for our puppies, every dog is unique, and results may vary depending on factors such as ear crop style, ear leather, age, healing, and consistency of posting.
This guide is not intended to replace the advice of your veterinarian or the veterinarian who performed your puppy's ear crop. Always follow your veterinarian's post-operative instructions, and seek veterinary care immediately if you notice signs of infection, excessive swelling, bleeding, persistent pain, or any other concerns.
For Meraki Great Danes puppy families, ongoing breeder support is included for the life of your puppy. If you have questions or experience difficulties during the ear posting process, please don't hesitate to contact me before making changes to your posting technique. I'm always happy to help guide you through the process and troubleshoot any challenges you may encounter.
The information provided in this guide is intended for educational purposes only and is based on the ear posting methods used at Meraki Great Danes. While these techniques have been successful for our puppies, every dog is unique, and results may vary depending on factors such as ear crop style, ear leather, age, healing, and consistency of posting.
This guide is not intended to replace the advice of your veterinarian or the veterinarian who performed your puppy's ear crop. Always follow your veterinarian's post-operative instructions, and seek veterinary care immediately if you notice signs of infection, excessive swelling, bleeding, persistent pain, or any other concerns.
For Meraki Great Danes puppy families, ongoing breeder support is included for the life of your puppy. If you have questions or experience difficulties during the ear posting process, please don't hesitate to contact me before making changes to your posting technique. I'm always happy to help guide you through the process and troubleshoot any challenges you may encounter.
Proper ear posting is an important part of training cropped ears to stand and requires consistency, patience, and attention to detail. While the process may seem intimidating at first, most owners quickly become comfortable with it after a few practice sessions.
This step-by-step guide demonstrates the ear taping method I have found to be safe, effective, and easy to replicate. Every puppy and every ear crop is unique, so the length of time a puppy will require posting can vary depending on factors such as age, ear leather, crop style, and consistency of care.
For families with a cropped puppy from Meraki Great Danes, I ask that you use the posting method outlined in this guide unless we've discussed an alternative approach together. Consistency is one of the most important factors in achieving a successful result, and using a single, proven technique allows me to provide the best guidance and troubleshoot any concerns that may arise. I consider ongoing support to be part of my commitment to every puppy I breed, and I encourage you to reach out whenever you have questions or need assistance throughout the posting process.
If at any point you're unsure or have concerns about your puppy's ears, don't hesitate to contact me or your veterinarian. With proper care, consistency, and patience, you'll be giving your puppy the best opportunity for a successful outcome.
This step-by-step guide demonstrates the ear taping method I have found to be safe, effective, and easy to replicate. Every puppy and every ear crop is unique, so the length of time a puppy will require posting can vary depending on factors such as age, ear leather, crop style, and consistency of care.
For families with a cropped puppy from Meraki Great Danes, I ask that you use the posting method outlined in this guide unless we've discussed an alternative approach together. Consistency is one of the most important factors in achieving a successful result, and using a single, proven technique allows me to provide the best guidance and troubleshoot any concerns that may arise. I consider ongoing support to be part of my commitment to every puppy I breed, and I encourage you to reach out whenever you have questions or need assistance throughout the posting process.
If at any point you're unsure or have concerns about your puppy's ears, don't hesitate to contact me or your veterinarian. With proper care, consistency, and patience, you'll be giving your puppy the best opportunity for a successful outcome.
I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to my mentor, Carol Wilber of Wil-Joi Great Danes, and to her mentor, the late Mike Arnold of Alpine Great Danes, for their guidance and generosity in sharing their knowledge. The following videos, which outline the ear posting process, are based on the techniques and experience they have passed along over many years. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from them and to continue sharing these proven methods with my puppy families.